A new tool for an explantation strategy of HeartMate 3™ left ventricular assist device.
J Thorac Dis
; 10(Suppl 15): S1825-S1828, 2018 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
Although rare, recovery of cardiac function after mechanical support of the left ventricle is the most desirable therapeutic goal in the treatment of end-stage heart failure.Herein, we present a novel implantable device for explantation of the HeartMate 3™ left ventricular assist device (LVAD) in patients, following cardiac recovery, avoiding (re-) sternotomy.This article demonstrates the feasibility of applying this novel device, which fits into the sewing ring of the LVAD.This custom-made mechanical plug offers a promising alternative to standard device-explantation procedures.
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J Thorac Dis
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2018
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Alemanha